Lot 184
Frank Armah "Franokah" (Ghanian, b. 1973). "Mother of All Fishes" paint on wood board, 2006. Signed and dated at lower left; titled at upper left. From the vibrant heart of Teshie, Accra, Ghanaian artist Frank Armah (Franokah) unveils "Mother of Fishes" (2006), a painted reverie on wood board. A mermaid, her form a sinuous dance between human grace and aquatic mystery, extends a delicate hand towards a luminous, golden fish, their connection a silent dialogue across the depths. She's not alone; two other fish, their forms clearly defined, swim alongside, adding to the vibrant tableau. The scene unfolds against the dark, enigmatic backdrop of a coral reef, its colors subtly suggested in the shadows, a hidden world teeming with life. Her long, flowing hair cascades down her back, a river of gold echoing the central fish's radiant hue. Size: 24" W x 36" H (61 cm x 91.4 cm)
About the artist: "Frank Armah is my name born in Ghana, Greater Accra Region of Ghana. I became a professional Artist when i finished school at the age of 21. about 25 years ago and before 25 years i undergone Art training proccess [sic] as an apprentice under the tutorship of my father in the year 1990 when i finished elementary school.
I lost my father in the year 1996. Being the son of one of the progenitors as far as the Art is concerned in Teshie i undergone Art training for almost 10 years from 1986-1996 when my father died. I fully started from where he left off, i patched up the pieces turned and transform his Artistic prowess into something extraordinary." (source: artist's website)
Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection
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- Condition: Signed and dated at lower left; titled at upper left. Stable natural fissure to wood on verso. Some chipping to corners and a few small nicks in areas; neither of which affecting main imagery. Otherwise, in overall good condition with nice pigments.
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